Only for Organic – Chilli Seeds 🌶️🌱
Chillies are a must-have in any kitchen, adding spice, heat, and flavor to a variety of dishes. They are easy to grow and thrive well in warm climates, making them ideal for home gardens, balconies, and terrace farming. Whether used fresh, dried, or pickled, homegrown chillies provide a fresh and organic option for cooking.
How to Grow Chilli Plants:
✔ Sowing & Germination:
- Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in water for 6-8 hours to enhance germination.
- Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep in well-drained soil.
- Ideal Temperature: Germination occurs best at 20°C - 32°C.
- Germination Time: Seeds sprout within 7-14 days under suitable conditions.
- Transplanting: Once seedlings are 4-6 inches tall, transplant them to pots or garden beds, ensuring 12-18 inches of spacing for proper growth.
✔ Growing Conditions:
- Sunlight: Requires 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day.
- Soil Type: Prefers loamy, well-draining soil enriched with organic compost.
- Watering: Water moderately, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged.
✔ Care & Maintenance:
- Fertilization: Apply organic manure or NPK fertilizer every 15-20 days to promote flowering and fruiting.
- Support & Pruning: Provide stakes or cages to support plants as they grow. Prune excess leaves to enhance airflow.
- Pest & Disease Control: Monitor for aphids, whiteflies, and fungal infections. Use neem oil or organic pesticides as needed.
✔ Harvesting:
- Maturity Time: Chillies are ready to harvest in 70-90 days after transplanting.
- Harvesting Method: Pick chillies when they turn green, red, or yellow, depending on the variety. Use scissors or hand-picking to avoid plant damage.
- Continuous Harvesting: Frequent picking encourages more fruit production throughout the season.